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Why Not Cottage

31 Main Street, Ballintoy, Ballycastle, Co Antrim, BT54 6LX
View from the back of the property at sunset looking Northwest towards famous whitewashed church

About

Why Not Cottage is situated in the beautiful coastal village of Ballintoy on the North coast of County Antrim in the heart of the Causeway Coast and Glens—an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 
The Cottage is named after the winning race horse ‘Why Not’ belonging to the original owners and they keep a lucky horse shoe on the gate in it’s honour. The cottage is stylish, peaceful and well equipped for a wonderful stay.

On the ground floor there are 2 double bedrooms, a kitchen/diner, shower room with toilet and a living room. Upstairs there is another bedroom with 2 single beds (suitable for children), a toilet and a further living room with stunning views out to the sea, Sheep Island and Rathlin Island.
Outside there is off street parking for 2 cars and a large backyard with views of the sea.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Guide dogs permitted

Children & Infants

  • Accept children (Minimum age)

Establishment Features

  • Central heating throughout
  • Hairdryers
  • Linen provided
  • Prior Booking Required
  • Real log/coal fires
  • Showers
  • Wifi

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Payment Methods

  • Midweek breaks
  • Short breaks available
  • Weekend breaks

Provider Preferences

  • Coastal
  • Village Location

Room / Unit Features

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer in all units
  • Ground floor bedrooms available
  • Hairdryer Available
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • Tea & coffee making facilities
  • TV
  • Washing Machine

Map & Directions

Opening Times

Open Christmas
Open New Year

* please see https://airbnb.co.uk/h/whynotcottage for availability

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